We live in an incredible world full of incredible inventions, and we often can't remember a time before they existed. But behind every invention is an inventor--and a story! In this intriguing volume, readers will learn more about inventions, from appliances such as microwave ovens to foods such as cornflakes, and to things as widespread today as the internet. They'll also learn about the people who created these things, often on purpose--but sometimes by accident!